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Design Systems Builders (DSB), the self-performance, pre-engineered metal building division of T.W. Frierson, is seeking a skilled Pre-Engineered Metal Building (PEMB) Superintendent to join our collaborative and innovative team. At DSB, we partner with General Contractors, Developers, and End Users to furnish and erect pre-engineered metal buildings and other related steel components.

The PEMB Superintendent holds responsibility for supervising the total construction effort related to the pre-engineered steel component of construction, ensuring that a project is constructed in accordance with design, budget, schedule, and required safety elements.

Why Join DSB?

• Employee Ownership: As part of our Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP), you're not just working for a company - you're investing in your future by becoming an Employee Owner. Our collaborative culture rewards long-term vision, team success, and shared achievements.
• People-First Culture: Join a team that values respect, mentorship, and accountability at every level.
• Meaningful Work: Lead diverse, impactful projects that shape communities, industries, and lives.
• Competitive Salary
• Company Truck
• Health insurance
• 401K with company match
• Paid time off
• Per Diem for travel assignments

What You'll Do

• Plan, prioritize, coordinate, and supervise multiple activities for project, including determining method of construction, manpower levels, material quantities, equipment needs, temporary power sources, and work schedule.
• Coordinate work with different crafts and subcontractors, assuming responsibility for productivity, efficient use of materials and equipment, and contractual performance of the project.
• Maintain liaison with estimator, engineer, architect, project manager, and client to ensure work complies with drawings, specifications and schedule.
• Assist in resolving construction problems (lack of productivity, work interfaces, etc.) as required.
• Maintain awareness of safety rules and procedures among personnel, as well as identify safety hazards and implementing corrective actions.
• Monitor employee compliance with safety requirements; document and ensure corrective measures are implemented.
• Maintain cost control and understanding of project budget.
• Document employees' actual hours worked and submit to Human Resources each week.
• Assist supervisor and Human Resources by observing and reporting potential employee relations problems/issues.
• Assist supervisor and Human Resources in counseling employees and administering disciplinary action.
• Make recommendations for pay increases, promotions, demotions, terminations.
• Perform additional assignments at supervisor's direction.

What We're Looking For

• Minimum of a high school diploma or GED
• Must possess a valid, state-issued driver's license
• Minimum 5 years of work experience as a PEMB Superintendent
• In-Depth knowledge and experience in PEMB erection and sequencing
• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings and shop drawings
• Must have basic competencies in mathematics and be able to perform math operations rapidly and accurately
• Excellent supervisory skills with ability to directly supervise up to 50 employees working in smaller teams.
• Good interpersonal skills with customer-service orientation as well as ability to maintain confidentiality
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Ability to produce quality work in an efficient manner with little supervision in an ever-changing environment
• Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and internet-based applications
• Ability to operate basic office equipment including computer, printer, copier, fax, scanner, and mobile phone/radio
• Ability to operate pickup truck, transit & level, scissor lift, boomlift, forklift, and hand tools
• Current OSHA Construction 30-Hour certification
• Current basic first aid/CPR certification
• Must complete Tennessee Drug-Free Workplace Supervisor Training within 6 months of being in position
• Willingness to travel as needed for occasional out-of-town assignments.